Brain Injury & Concussion Clinic
Whether you are recovering from a traumatic brain injury and ready to transition back home, or if you’ve suffered a concussion and need support as you heal and recover, the MetroHealth Brain Injury & Concussion Clinic can support you on this journey. Every patient receives thorough screening and evaluation to assess and treat their injury and determine the next steps.
To schedule an appointment, call 216-778-4414.
Referrals are not required. Verify with your insurance carrier.
Our Interdisciplinary Team
Our interdisciplinary brain injury and concussion team includes:
- Board-certified physiatrists who specialize in brain injury medicine and sports medicine
- Neuropsychologists
- Athletic trainers
- Additional specialists in neurology, neurosurgery and neuroradiology
- Therapists with neurologic and concussion rehabilitation expertise, including:
- Vestibular and balance rehabilitation
- Visual processing and motion sensitivity therapy
- Cognitive therapy
About Concussions
A concussion is a traumatic brain injury that results in temporary loss of normal brain function. Some individuals with concussions have obvious signs of injury, such as losing consciousness, while other concussions come with no immediate signs of trauma.
Symptoms
A concussion can impair your concentration, judgment and reflexes. Concussions can also affect speech, vision, balance and muscle coordination. It is common for patients with concussions to be confused or not remember what happened right before or after the injury. The body has a remarkable ability to heal; however, the brain sometimes heals quite slowly, and a concussion can have a long-lasting impact on your ability to handle everyday tasks.
Physical
- Headaches
- Neck pain
- Balance issues
- Nausea and vomiting
- Vision issues
- Sensitivity to light or sounds
- Temporary loss of consciousness
Cognitive
- Confusion
- Fogginess
- Trouble concentrating
- Memory loss
Emotional
- Irritability
- Mood swings
- Depression or sadness
- Increased anxiety or nervousness
Treatment Plan
Initial treatment
We typically prescribe 1-2 days of rest after injury.
Gradual return
We guide patients through a gradual return to normal daily activities.
Treatment duration
Treatment varies based on individual needs but may involve outpatient visits for up to 8 to 12 weeks.
Activities
During these appointments, we determine what activities are safe for you and give you a list of tasks to temporarily avoid.
Goal
We strive to return patients to their full activity and performance level as quickly and as safely as possible.
If your concussion is serious, you might need physical, occupational or cognitive therapy to treat your symptoms, including:
- Dizziness and balance
- Headaches
- Vision changes
- Neck, shoulder or back pain
- Stamina
Additional Support
- Assistance with return to work or school forms
- Handling challenges like overstimulation or managing workflow.
- Completing insurance and/or legal documents generated by your concussion event.
For Patients with Severe TBI
Many of our patients start with us during inpatient care. Once ready to transition back to the community, we’ll work to develop a “return to life” plan that may include:
- Medication management
- Devices/equipment
- Coaching
Convenient, Accessible Location
With more than a dozen outpatient facilities throughout Greater Cleveland, we make it easy to get the rehabilitation care you need. Locations are conveniently located in the communities where our patients live and work.
